While the hallmark symptom is a burning sensation in the chest known as heartburn, GERD can manifest in various ways. These symptoms may worsen after meals, at night, or when bending over. • Heartburn: A burning chest pain that moves up from the stomach toward the neck or throat. • Regurgitation: The backward flow of sour liquid or food from the stomach into the throat or mouth. • Chest Pain: A non-burning chest pain that can be severe and may be confused with a heart attack. • Swallowing Difficulties: A sensation of food being stuck in your throat (dysphagia). • Extra-esophageal Symptoms: This includes a chronic cough, hoarseness, a persistent sore throat, or a feeling of a lump in your throat.